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Seniors Adam Cook and Olivia Halverson turn 18 on Election Day
From Birthday Cake to Ballot Box
Spooktacular Styles
The H.A.W.K.S Nest provides an opportunity for students to get caught up on work.
Focused Minds, Bright Futures
When students show up late, the secretaries hand them a pass like this before they go to class.
Every Day Is School Day
Erin Mensen poses with her finished landscaping project at the Masonville Fire Department. This project took Mensen over 10 hours to complete. (Photo Contributed)
Mensen: the First Female Eagle Scout in Region
When students show up late, the secretaries hand them a pass like this before they go to class.
Every Day Is School Day
On Monday, Oct. 29, freshmen Abbigail Stoffel and Kaci Reth help decorate the commons for Halloween.
Spooky Scary Students!
While running the ball, quarterback Brent Yonkovic (12) pushes away his opponent. The team beat CPU, 49-6.
Students Celebrate Homecoming Week
As an eight-year-old, Ava Pettlon rides in the combine with her dad, Mike Pettlon. (Photo Contributed)
Pettlon Sees Future in Farming
Wearing blue, over 100 students pose for a photo to show support.
Blue For Hunter Goodman
On Thursday, juniors Emma Schmidt and Lauren LeClere strive to block the ball. LeClere led West Delaware with seven blocks.
Hawks Win Semi-Finals
Brynn Kartman (10) leads a pack at the Hawk's home meet. Kartman placed 20th with a time of 20:31.46
Kartman Punches her Second Ticket
On Tuesday night, junior Lauren LeClere aims to hit the ball during the varsity match against Marion. LeClere accumulated 10 kills that night, helping the Hawks win 3-1.
On a Roll
Seth Jackson (11), Clark Morris (11), Levi Wilson-Bries (11), Christian Timmerman (11), and Nick Mensen (12) participate in state track.
Jumping for State Track
The Girls golf team poses with their state qualifier banner. Left to right: Andrea Wubbena, Susie Funke, Emma Hogan, Maylin Coates, Rayleigh Heims, Malorie Putz.
Girls Golf Qualifies for State
Seniors Ava Bockenstedt, Izzy Schmitz, Emma Hogan, Taylor Domeyer, Kyndall Nelson, Mia Hodson, and Luca Smith throw confetti before the first varsity football game of the season.
The Ghost of Our School Spirit
The Iowa legislature's bill to have all students in public school sing the national anthem each day is to be proposed later today.
The National Anthem: To Sing Or Not To Sing?
Keevan Hauschild (12) uses AI to create a sample of computer code. This highlights one of many uses for AI.
Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe?
Do You Decorate The Back of Your Christmas Tree?
Do You Decorate The Back of Your Christmas Tree?
Lucy Loecke (12) keeps with the pack during the second mile at Decorah.
Why You Should Get Involved at West Delaware?
At the end of Act I, Wes Duggan (11) leads the Sycamore family in prayer. Left to right: Erin Wegmann, Trent Menard, Wes Duggan, Keevan Hauschild, Liz Sleper, Grace Sleper, Christian Timmerman, Evan Kartman, and Caleb Stocks.
You Can’t Take It With You
Friends characters, Olivia Zirtzman, Elizabeth Sleper, Kaeleb Sickles, Ethan Grawe, Madeline Palas, Evan Kartman, react to modern technology.
Make ‘Em Laugh
Alexis McTaggart (12) poses in her purchased dress from Brides and Weddings in Manchester.
Prom Trends
A group of characters pose after finishing their dance.
‘Peter and the Star Catcher’
The "Peter and the Star Catcher" cast prepare for the upcoming April 7, 8, and 9 play performances.
‘Peter and the Star Catcher’ Performance
Mia Moreno (12) portions out the M&M's in a measuring cup.
Down Syndrome Doesn’t Define Her
Fighting Mental Health With Yoga
Fighting Mental Health With Yoga
Senior Hallie Knutson shows off one of her many paintings.
Hallie Knutson Paints a Plan For Her Future
Technology specialist Gary Lubben prepares to launch a toilet paper roll in a game of TP Dodgeball during the Homecoming Olympics last fall.
Where’s Gary Lubben?
After many years of collecting rocks, Shae Loecke's collection display slowly increases in size.
Shae Loecke Rocks
The cast of WDHA Radio performs their final scene.
WDHA Radio Takes Center Stage
Zach Wenger looks ahead during the state cross country meet, finishing the race with a 20:33.
Boredom Fuels Success
As a member of the panel, senior welding apprentice R.J. Helmrichs answers a question at the Work-based Learning Tour held at Henderson Products on Monday, Sept. 11.
Work Based Learning Tour
Memphis Voelker (9) grins as he walks up Lost Beach on Lake Delhi.
Shredding Through Summer
The Hawk's pose with their trophy and banner after claiming their fourth state title.
The Perfect Ending to Four State Titles
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Leah Philipp

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor

I am Leah Philipp, and I am a senior. I’m involved in FFA, Speech, and NHS. I am obsessed with Thomas Rhett, french toast, and Netflix (especially Gilmore Girls and Friends).

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While participating in the relay, freshman Eric Salow blows a feather across the gym floor.

Speech Really Is All Fun and Games

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
May 7, 2018
During the relay, Rachel Haight (12) feels her way around the gym to find her paper airplane.

While having fun at Speech Game Night, Tyler Salow (11) celebrates with a heel-click.

Before their performance at the rescheduled State Solo/Small Ensemble Festival, a mens' ensemble practices.

A New Melody to Old Tradition

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
April 27, 2018
Advancing to Individual All-State Speech are Justin Grawe (11), Taylor Hammer (9), Hallie Wenger (9), Emily La Rosa (12), Tristan Voelker (12), Ben Litterer (12) and Holden Smith (12).

World’s Okayest Speech Team

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
March 23, 2018
Students respectfully protest against the walkout. Dakota Limkemann (11), Connor Maurer (11), Grant Schmidt (11) and Alex Zumbach (12) hold up signs about protecting gun rights.

[Photo] Enough.

Madalynn Burke, Staff
March 23, 2018
Kyleigh Marsden (9), Hannah Axline (10), Kaliah Griffin (10), Andrea Salow (12), Lorna Niedert (East Buchanan), and Lacey Cole (10).

State Bowling

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 26, 2018
Why Join FFA?

Why Join FFA?

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 20, 2018
Front Row: Amber Cook (11), Olivia Neuzil (11), Bryonna Rodgers (12), Grace Reiss (11), and Kaley Pettlon (9); Back Row: Max Weber (12), Blake Cook (9), Adam Andregg (11), Brooke Holtz (9), Hallie Wenger (9), and Brynn Boeckensted (9). Not pictured: Kieran Monaghan (9).

All-State and Senior Night

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 15, 2018
During a performance of their One Act play, Alex Zumbach (12) consoles Kennedy Niles (11).

State Speech Results

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 11, 2018
Bowling against Marion, senior Andrea Salow sends the ball rolling down the lane.

Right Up Her Alley

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 8, 2018
The 2018 Sweetheart Court: Claire Rausch, Adam Monaghan, Macy Loecke, Alex Zumbach, Leah Philipp, Tehya Demmer, Jim Drummy and Georgie Hilby.

2018 Sweetheart Coronation

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 7, 2018
Juniors Spencer Kluesner and Kody Wenger play cards against seniors Adam Kelchen and Josh Hilby at the Highway 20 Dance.

Highway 20 Dance

Leah Philipp, Staff
January 26, 2018
Hope Straley (11) and Justin Miester (12) record their TV News broadcast called “AWU” before the District contest.

District Speech Results

Leah Philipp, Staff
January 24, 2018
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